Chinese Surname
Meaning: The surname 狄 ('Dí') originates from the Di tribe, an ancient ethnic group in northern China. According to historical records, it may trace back to the Ji clan of the Zhou Dynasty, as descendants of Duke Xiao were granted land in Di City and adopted the place name as their surname. Another theory links it to the Mi clan, tracing its roots to the royal family of the Chu State.
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Di Liu (狄流)
A Song Dynasty figure, styled Duanshu, with an obscure life, known for his friendships with Zhao Dingchen and Yang Shi.
Di Yu (狄燠)
A Song Dynasty poet and descendant of Di Renjie, known for his love of poetry while residing in Nanyue.
Calvin Wilson Mateer (狄考文)
Translator, missionary and educator in Shandong, China.
'狄' is a surname with roots in ancient northern China, blending Han culture with the Di tribe. It’s a reminder of the historical interactions between different ethnic groups.
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